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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP 17" Laptop is often significantly less expensive, has more RAM, and features a larger screen which makes it great for general use and multitasking. However, it may be less suited for graphically intensive tasks like gaming or 3D rendering compared to the MSI Bravo 15, which has a higher-refresh-rate screen and a dedicated gaming-grade graphics card. If battery life and gaming or engineering are important, the MSI may be more fitting, albeit at a higher price. The HP touts a longer battery life, making it more suited for work on the go despite its larger size. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- Good for software development
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The MSI Bravo 15 offers better gaming and 3D performance than the HP 17" Laptop due to its higher-end Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, compared to the HP's integrated AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 graphics and 60Hz screen. Despite the HP's larger screen size, these two factors are very important for a smooth and visually impressive gaming experience.
Screen Quality
6.6
6.9
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The HP 17" Laptop has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 has a better screen for general use, and gaming and AI.
For general use, the HP's larger screen offers more workspace and the resolution is adequate, but both laptops may fall short in brightness and sharpness compared to top models. In engineering and design, the MSI Bravo 15's better coverage of color gamuts makes it more suitable for color-sensitive work, even though neither laptop may offer the full spectrum professionals require. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, both the HP and MSI may have sluggish refresh rates, affecting smoothness in fast-paced visuals, although the MSI's slightly better resolution and panel type give it a slight edge.
Build Quality
6.0
6.7
The MSI Bravo 15 and HP 17" Laptop both have only fair build quality, though the MSI Bravo 15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The HP 17" Laptop and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use.
The HP 17" Laptop is more suitable for general use with its larger RAM, allowing for smoother multitasking, and a more vivid screen for clearer visuals, while its larger size and shorter battery life make it less portable than the MSI Bravo 15, which offers a fair experience with its higher gaming-grade graphics card and solid performance but has less RAM, affecting multitasking capability and general fluidity in non-gaming tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.8
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Bravo 15 to be good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 17" Laptop with its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and integrated Vega 8 GPU is suitable for engineering and design due to its ample screen size and resolution, essential for detailed work, although less portable and with average graphics capability.
Content Creation
7.2
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 17" Laptop and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1
6.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 17" Laptop to be good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
5.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.9in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 17" Laptop to have good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$850
$862
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
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How the HP 17" Laptop and the MSI Bravo 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 17" Laptop | MSI Bravo 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$850 | $862 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.58 lbs | 4.96 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.78" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.15" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 287 nits | 267 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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HP 17" Laptop
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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
MSI Bravo 15
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Nikolay Palaozov | July 2023
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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